In this powerful episode of The Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland sits down with George Haymaker III to unpack a journey that spans decades of entrepreneurship, burnout, addiction, and ultimately transformation. After a 35-year career as an entrepreneur and leader, George found himself at rock bottom, facing a serious health crisis that forced him to step away and rebuild his life from the inside out. What followed was a deep dive into neuroscience, where he began to understand how the brain truly works and how it can be rewired for lasting change.
Today, George serves as a Brain Performance Advisor to executives and high-performing professionals, using science-backed strategies to help leaders optimize clarity, confidence, and decision-making without relying on pressure, overwork, or burnout. As the founder of The Brain Club, a neuroscience-based education and advisory platform, he brings deep expertise in applied neuroscience and brain pattern change. In this conversation, George breaks down the fundamentals of brain health, including sleep cycles, hydration, nutrition, and exercise, while introducing the concept of the “mental resource tank” to help you better manage your energy and performance throughout the day.
This episode also dives into the internal battle many people face with negative self-talk and self-defeating patterns. George explains how the brain predicts behaviors based on past experiences and how you can rewire those patterns through intentional practice and neuroplasticity. If you’re looking to overcome burnout, improve mental clarity, and perform at a higher level in both business and life, this episode delivers a practical and actionable roadmap to help you take control of your brain and unlock sustainable high performance.